Exploring the Mysteries of Mathematics
No. of pages 192
Published: 2016
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"Exploring the Mysteries of Mathematics" by Joel Levy takes readers on a fascinating journey through the world of numbers, patterns, and mathematical concepts. The book delves into the historical development of mathematics and its profound impact on various aspects of life and science. Through engaging anecdotes and accessible explanations, Levy uncovers the beauty and intrigue behind mathematical theories, from ancient calculations to modern algorithms. The narrative is enriched with real-world applications, making complex ideas relatable and understandable. This exploration not only enhances mathematical understanding but also reveals the artistry within the discipline, inviting readers to appreciate the wonders of mathematics. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is part of a book series called Stem Guide To the Universe .
This book has been graded for interest at 12-17 years.
There are 192 pages in this book.
It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.
This book was published in 2016 by Rosen Young Adult .
Joel Levy is a writer and journalist specialising in science, nature and technology for younger audiences. His writing explores both mainstream science and weird technology, from chemistry and physics to death-rays and biomimetic robots. After taking degrees in molecular biology and psychology at Warwick and Edinburgh, he has gone on to write books including Really Useful, the science and history of everyday technology; Poison: A Social history, on the science and lore of poisons; Newton's Notebooks, on the life and discoveries of Isaac Newton; Phobiapedia, an encyclopaedia of the things that scare us most; and A Bee in a Cathedral, exploring analogies and thought experiments in science, nature and technology.
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